Buikwe Red Stars have emerged this year’s Buganda Zone 1 mini league champions after beating Kabembe FC in a penalty shoot out after a goalless draw at Bishop Brown ground in Kayunga.
Red Stars were crowned champions by Buganda Region’s Boss, Andrew Kaweesa after a one week tournament with 16 teams from Mukono, Buikwe and Kayunga participating. Buikwe won through kicks from the spot 0-0(5-3).
Andrew Kaweesa (Right) presenting the trophy to Red Stars’ captain
“This time it’s not automatic that the champions are promoted to Buganda Region League because of the ‘many’ clubs namely, Young Simba, Synergy and Greater Masaka were demoted,” said Andrew Kaweesa. He added that it will also depend on who goes to Big League between Buganda’s Champion (Kiboga Young) and Kampala’s Katwe United.
Jackson Ssemugabi of Katosi Watford emerged top scorer with five goals and Buikwe’s goalkeeper Nathan Lule voted most Valuable player (MVP). This tournament was sponsered by Fred Ssebuufu’s City Sports House.
MVP, Buikwe Red Star’s goalkeeper Nathan Lule receiving a pair of boots from ‘Muzeeyi’ Mpiima of Buikwe DFA
Kawempe’s Juliet Nalukenge in action during the match against She Corporates in the Elite League.
She Corporate Women Football Club displayed the moment of the day in the quarter finals of FUFA Women Cup by overcoming giants Kawempe Muslim 4:3 in kicks from the penalty mark after a goalless draw in regular time on Sunday 20th May.
Sarah Namulindwa, Fatuma Namatovu, Noelin Namiiro, Naome Nagadya and Jaclyne Akuku converted all their penalties for She Corporate while Asia Nakibuka and Sharon Naddunga missed their spot kicks for Kawempe Muslim.
For the second consecutive year Kawempe Muslim women Football Club has failed to qualify for the Semi-finals stage of the FUFA women Cup.
Meanwhile, in the other matches, UCU Lady Cardinals thumped Western United 4:0 to book a place in the Semis.
UCU’s Hasifah Nassuuna scored a brace while her teammates Jack Nakasi and Jauharah Nalubega netted one goal each.
Cup holders Olila High School defeated Bugiri Town View by 4:0 Norah Alupo scored twice before Cissy Nantongo and Siporossa Amoding netted the other two goals respectively.
However, in the first Semi-final on Saturday, Elizabeth Nakigozi guided Muteesa 1 University to the Semis with a sole strike that eliminated Uganda Martyrs High School from this season FUFA Women Cup.
Uganda Women Beach Soccer Champoons Muteesa 1 University cerebreting after wining 2017-2018 League Championship at Mutoola Beach in Mukono on Sunday 20th May 2018.
Entebbe based beach Soccer Club Isabet walloped Kampala International University by 8:3 to claim the 2017-2018 Men’s Uganda beach soccer League trophy and bagged Sh.1.5M as prize money at Mutoola beach in Mukono on Sunday.
Isabet’s Allan Kayiwa scored a hat-trick in the final at Mutoola Beach to help his Club obtain the first ever National Beach League championship in history.
Isabet’s Swaib Kakwaya and Hamim Semakula scored twice each while team captain and League top scorer Somoka Roch had one goal.
KIU’s Isaac Eshioke replied with a brace but his efforts failed to make impact against the committed Isabet side at Mutoola beach.
However, Muteesa 1 Royal University clinched the National Women Beach soccer League trophy after toping the league table despite of losing 2:0 to Katosi Community Beach Soccer Club in the ceremonial match at Mutoola Beach.
KIU’s Eshioke Isaac beeing awarded the Uganda Men’s Beach Soccer League MVP Award at Mutoola beach in Entebbe.Isabet’s Somoka Roch (L) recieving his Golden Boot Award at the Uganda Beach Soccer Award ceremony at Mutoola Beach in Mukono.
KIU and Nigerian born Isaac Eshioke took the MVP award of the season while Isabet’s Somoka Roch moved away with the Golden Boot with 24 goals.
Stomers Beach Soccer Club’s Samson Kirya was awarded the Best Goalkeeper of the Season “Golden Glove” as well his teammate Lwesibawa Godfrey took the best goal of the Year Award.
Meanwhile, in the Women’s category, Muteesa 1 University’s Sharon Namatovu grabbed both the MVP Award and the Golden Boot with 35 goals.
Katuuso’s young goalkeeper Ponny Hellen and her Coach Nkuggwa Rogers received the Golden Glove and Best Women Coach Awards respectively.
Uganda Women Beach Soccer League MVP and top Scorer Namatovu Sharon recieving her Awards at Mutoola Beach on Sunday, 20th May 2018.
AWARDS
UBSA MEN’S CATERGORY
Most Valuable Player: Isaac Eshioke (KIU)
Golden Boot: Somoka Roch (Isabet)
Golden Glove: Samson Kirya (Stomers)
Goal of the Season: Godfrey Lwesibawa (Stomers)
Best Coach: Asiimwe Isa (Isabet)
UBSA WOMEN’S CATEGORY
Most Valuable Player: Namatovu Sharon (Muteesa 1)
Golden Boot: Namatovu Sharon (Muteesa 1)
Golden Glove: Ponny Hellen (Katuuso Comunity)
Best Coach: Nkuggwa Rogers (Katuuso and Al Phonix)
OTHER AWARDS
Best Referee: Kawagga Kennedy
Journalist of the Year: Denis Bossa (Monitor Publications)
MAIN PHOTO (Uganda Men Beach Soccer League Champions Isabet cerebrating after wining the Trophy at Mutoola Beach in Mukono on Sunday, 20th May 2018.)
Championship Final: Ndejje University 1-0 Nyamityobora
Promotional Final (FUFA Big League): Paidha Black Angels 0 (4) – 0 (2) Kitara F.C
Paidha Black Angels Football Club
West Nile Region based club, Paidha Black Angels F.C has joined the Uganda Premier League on sporting merit.
Paidha Black Angels confirmed their status quo on Sunday after overcoming Kitara FC 4-2 on post match penalties after a goal-less 90 minutes in the promotional final played at the Star Time Stadium, Lugogo in Kampala.
They join Ndejje University and Nyamityobora who had earlier secured their slots as direct winners of the Elgon and Rwenzori groups respectively.
Hundreds of fans watched the two final matches of the FUFA Big LeagueNyamityombora’s David Kizza gets to the ball ahead of Ndejje University’s Simon Ngore
Meanwhile, Ndejje University Football Club overcame Mbarara club Nyamityobora 1-0 during the championship final.
Noel Nasasira, on loan from Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) scored for Ndejje University.
Nasasira was also named Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the FUFA Big league. Amuka Bright Stars’ Dickens Okwi finished as top scorer with 14 goals.
Noel Nasasira recieves the MVP accolade from URA head coach Sam SsimbwaKitara’s center forward Serial Komakech dribbles past Paidha Black Angels’ Yusuf Ssozi during the promotional final match at Star Times Stadium, Lugogo
FUFA Second Vice President Darius Mugoye represented the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo who is away for official duties.
Other high profile officials in attendance were the third Vice President and Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, Owek. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi, National Council of Sports’ Dr. Bernard Ogwel, FUFA Competitions director Hajjati Aisha Nalule, Marketing Director Esther Musoke, Communications manager Ahmed Hussein and other FUFA secretariat staff as well as club coaches in the Uganda Premier League and other tiers.
Proline head coach Mujib Kasule hands over the top scorer, Dickens Okwi with his top scorers’ boot
The FUFA Big League was started in the 2009/10 season.
2017/18 Awards:
Fair play Team: Agape S.S (Shs 1M)
Best Goalkeeper: Derrick Emukule (Ndejje University F.C) – Shs 1 M
Top scorer: Dickens Okwi (14 Goals) – Shs 1M
MVP: Noel Nasasira (Ndejje University FC) – Shs 1 M
Champions: Ndejje University (Shs 10M)
1st Runners up: Nyamityobora (Shs 5M)
2nd Runners up: Paidha Black Angels (Shs 3M)
Previous Clubs Promoted since FUFA Big league inception:
2009/10: Gulu United, UTODA, Maroons
2010/11: Maji Maji, Hoima Busia, BUL
2011/12: Entebbe Young, Kira Young, Sports Club Victoria University
2012/13: Bright Stars, CRO, Soana
2013/14: Lweza, Sadolin Paints, KJT
2014/15: Maroons, Jinja Municipal Council Hippos, The Saints
2015/16: Onduparaka, Proline Kirinya-Jinja S.S
2016/17: Masavu, Maroons, Mbarara City
2017/18: Ndejje University, Nyamityobora, Paidha Black Angels
*Cameroon qualifies after winning 5-4 on post-match penalties
Uganda Hippos’ journey in the Total CAF U-20 qualifiers has been stopped by Cameroon on Friday.
The Hippos bowed out in heart breaking style after losing 5-4 in post match penalties at the Omnisport stadium in Yaounde city.
Having carried a slim 1-0 lead from the first leg, Uganda lost the advantage after conceding in the second half to Nkeng Tadeus’ kick from the penalty mark on 68 minutes.
Midfielder Allan Okello in control of possession during the game
The aggregate score was one goal apiece after the 90 minutes before penalties were called in.
During normal time, defender Musitafa Mujjuzi and midfielder Frank Tumwesigye got cautioned for unsporting conduct.
Tumwesigye paved way for left back Robert Kitabalwa after 65 minutes in one of the two changes made.
Goalkeeper Keni Saidi limped out for Deni Otim at the stroke of full time.
Cameroon scored all the five and Uganda managed to put in four through Mustafa Kizza, Julius Poloto, Geofrey Wasswa and Allan Okello.
Right back Paul Willa’s effort was saved as the final score in the post match penalties read 5-4.
The team will return home by Saturday evening.
The Uganda Hippos sing the national anthem with passion prior to kick offThe two team captains with the match referees prior to kick off
Uganda Hippos Starting Line Up Vs Cameroon:
Saidi Keni (90’ Denis Otim), Paul Willa, Mustafa Kizza, Musitafa Mujuzi, Geofrey Wasswa, Bashir Asiku, Julius Poloto (Captain), Ivan Eyam, Steven Mukwala, Frank “Zaga” Tumwesigye (65’ Robert Kitabalwa), Allan Okello
Subs Not Used: Fred Okot, Faisal Ssekyanzi, Herbert Achai, Hamisi Tibita, Abubaker Kasule
Cameroon Vs Uganda (Uganda Hippos lead 1-0 on aggregate)
At Stade De Omnisport In Yaounde (Kick off: 5:30 pm in Uganda)
Uganda Under 20 head coach Mathias Lule has named the starting team that will face Cameroon in the return leg of the second round Total U-20 qualifier slated for Friday at the Stade De Omnisport in Yaounde.
From the team that started a week ago in Kampala, there are two significant changes.
In comes Mustafa Kizza and Bashir Asiku for Robert Kitabalwa and Abubaker Kasule respectively.
The match will be handled by FIFA Referees from Senegal.
Uganda Hippos Starting Line Up Vs Cameroon:
Saidi Keni (GK), Paul Willa, Mustafa Kizza, Musitafa Mujuzi, Geofrey Wasswa, Bashir Asiku, Julius Poloto (Captain), Ivan Eyam, Steven Mukwala, Frank “Zaga” Tumwesigye, Allan Okello
Subs: Denis Otim (G.K), Fred Okot, Faisal Ssekyanzi, Herbert Achai, Hamisi Tibita, Abubaker Kasule, Robert Kitabalwa
Early Kick off: Paidha Black Angels 3-0 Kabale Sharp
Second Match: Kitara 1 (3) – 1 (1) Kyetume
Promotional Final (Sunday, 20th May 2018):
Paidha Black Angels Vs Kitara – Star Times Stadium, Lugogo – 1:30 pm
Championship Final:
Nyamityobora Vs Ndejje University – StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo (4:00 pm)
West Nile region based club Paidha Black Angels will face off with Kitara region Kitara Football Club in Sunday’s promotional final at the Star Times in the fight for the remaining slot to the top flight football division, Uganda Premier League.
Kitara Football Club XI vs. KyetumePaidha Black Angels FC XI Vs. Sharp prior to kick off in the opening match
With Ndejje University (Elgon group winners) and Rwenzori group champions Nyamityobora F.C having directly sealed their slots to the UPL, the struggle for the remaining slot continues.
On Thursday, during the first part of the play-offs, Paidha Black Angels eliminated Kabale Sharp 3-0 in the early kick off match.
Yudah Mugalu, Cromwell Rwothomio and Yusuf Ssozi scored for Paidha Black Angels.
Action between Kabale Sharp (white) and Paidha Black Angels during the opening match of the 2017/18 FUFA Big League play offsKitara’s Denis Monday (shirt 6) takes on Kyetume’s veteran defender Azizi Mubiru during the match at Star Times Stadium Stadium, Lugogo on Thursday
In the second match, Kitara from the oil laden Hoima Municipality recovered swiftly from a goal down to overcome Mukono club, Kyetume 3-1 in post match penalties as normal time had ended one goal apiece.
A powerful header from Kitara’s Derrick Tekkwo neutralized Sharif Ssaka’s first half well tapped in goal to send the match into tense kicks from the penalty mark.
Samuel Adibo, Denis Monday and Roger Lukwiya were on target for Kitara but Tekkwo missed from close range.
Meanwhile, Charles Musoke scored for Kyetume as Richard Matovu and second half subsistute both hit the wood work and Sharif Ssaaka fired over the bar to send Kitara through.
Both Kitara and Paidha Black Angels will face off in the early kick off by 1:30 pm at the Star Times Stadium on Sunday as confirmed by the FUFA Competitions Director, Hajjati Aisha Nalule.
The championship match to decide the overall winner of the 2017/18 FUFA Big league between Nyamityobora and Ndejje University will face thereafter at 4 pm.
Kitara Football Club painted Lugogo red
The two matches were well attended by enthusiastic fans across the divide.
FUFA Executive Committee members Hamid Juma and Rogers Byamukama were also part of the crowd.
Officials inspect the Kabale Sharp
Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom Prime Minister Dan Byakutaaga also watched the Kitara FC against Kyetume encounter.
MAIN PHOTO:Kitara players celebrate their 3-1 post match victory against at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo on Thursday
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) continues to spread wings with a vibrant marketing strategy to fuel the respective programmes and activities.
On Thursday, 17th May 2018, another milestone has been attained with a multi billion sponsorship deal from online betting platform, BetLion Uganda specifically for the Uganda Cranes.
The five year partnership was revealed during a ceremony held at Protea Hotel in Kampala.
A strong delegation from FUFA Led by the first Vice President Justus Mugisha (represented the FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo), Executive Committee member, also head of marketing and sponsorship committee Rogers Byamukama, Hamid Juma (FUFA Executive Committee member), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Edgar Watson, marketing director Esther Musoke, FUFA staff represented the federation.
Bet Lion has announced the Cranes Jackpot that has Ug.shs 150M prize that someone just needs Ug.shs 3000 to enter.
The Cranes Jackpot will run weekly and is a 13 selection jack pot.
Press conference announcing the arrival of Bet Lion Uganda at Protea Hotel, Kampala
What they said:
Eng. Moses Magogo (FUFA President, represented by Justus Mugisha):
We are excited to welcome BetLione to our family of sponsors. It is further proof of our stewardship of football in this country based on our concrete pillars of governance, accountability, transparency and excellence as envisaged in our vision – To be the number one football country in Africa on and off the field
Edgar Watson, FUFA CEO:
This is yet another landmark feat for Uganda’s Football. As a federation, we are honoured to have Bet Lion Uganda on board among the many of our sponsors.
Oliver Bates group CEO of Bet Lions Uganda:
Bet Lion Uganda is an online betting platform. Consideration for feature phone (non smartphone) owners like USSD and SMS have also been factored in Our ambition is to support sports in Uganda. This long term partnership with the Uganda Cranes is to support local sport with the aim of reaching the 2022 FIFA World Cup. We have partnered with a well run organization and look forward to supporting their vision
Lionel Kabenge, Managing Director, BetLion Uganda
BetLion is about sport and we want to help the Uganda Cranes continue to score. We are proud to announce our long-term partnership with the Uganda Cranes. This is a multi-billion shilling partnership with an innovative and unprecedented revenue share revenue agreement with the aim of supporting the Cranes in reaching the 2022 World Cup
Michael Carlton, Director BetLion:
The combination of the Uganda Cranes and BetLion will prove to be a winning combination for the national team, BetLion and all our supporters. In this World Cup year, BetLion will be offering amazing bets and jackpots to make the tournament and forthcoming sports seasons more exciting. By playing the Cranes jackpot with BetLion, our customers will be showing their support for the Cranes and directly contributing towards the development of Ugandan football.
CEO Bet Lion Uganda, Oliver Bates during his presentation at Protea Hotel in Kampala
2017/18 FUFA Big League playoffs – At Star Times Stadium, Lugogo (Entry Fees: 5000/= for both games)
Thursday, 17th May 2018 (At StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo)
Kabale Sharp Vs Paidha Black Angels – 1:30 p.m
Kyetume Vs Kitara – 4:00 pm
Saturday, 19th May 2018: (Mandela National Stadium, Namboole)
Promotional Finals
Paidha Black Angels or Kabale Sharp Vs Kyetume or Kitara– 1:30 pm
Grand Finals:
Nyamityobora (Rwenzori Group winners) Vs Ndejje University (Elgon Group winners) – 4:00 p.m
Following the successful completion of the regular season for the 2017/18 FUFA Big league, the play offs will be played at Star Times Stadium, Lugogo on Thursday, 17th May 2018 while the finals at Mandela National stadium Namboole on Saturday 19th May 2018.
The FUFA Competitions Department has confirmed the dates for the Big League players 2017/18 season.
With Nyamityobora FC and Ndejje University already qualified to the Uganda premier League for next season, one more team will make it through the play offs.
‘We are ready for this crucial stage to determine the 3rd team for the top flight next season. We want to organize a flawless event’ said FUFA Competitions Director Hajjati Aisha Nalule.
The play off fixtures on Thursday 17th May 2018;
1.30pm Paidha Black Angels FC vs Kabale Sharp FC
4pm Kitara FC vs Kyetume FC
Final will be played at Namboole
1.30pm Playoff fine: Winner Paidha Black Angels FC/Kabale Sharp vs Winner Kitara FC/Kyetume FC
4pm: Championship match: Nyamityobora FC vs Ndejje University FC
Uganda U-20 Head coach Mathias Lule has named his final squad for the away qualifier against Cameroon in the Total CAF U-20 championship due this Friday in Yaounde.
The players had a morning training session at the University of Kisubi on Wednesday.
The contingent will fly out tonight (Thursday morning 2.45am) aboard Ethiopian Airlines.
Uganda U-20 Training at University of Kisubi
The Squad:
Saidi Keni, Denis Otim (Goalkeepers), Paul Willa, Geoffrey Wasswa, Musitafa Mujuzi, Abubakar Muhammad Kasule, Julius Poloto, Frank Tumwesigye, Steven Dese Mukwala, Mustafa Kiza, Allan Okello, Fred Okot, Faisal Sekyanzi, Bashiru Asiku, Robert Kitabalwa, Ivan Eyam, Hamis Tibita, Herbert Achai
The team media officer for the trip is Omaria Bosco.
Officials:
Richard Ochom-Leader of Delegation, Sebastien Desabre (Uganda Cranes coach), Mathias Lule (Uganda U-20 Head coach), James Odoch (Assistant coach U-20), Sam Kawalya (Goalkeeping coach), Emmanuel Nakabago (Team Doctor), Sulait Makumbi (Team Coordinator), Switzen Niwagaba (FUFA Delegate-Western Region)
Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has confirmed that the national senior team, Uganda Cranes will take part during a three nation tournament in the West African country of Niger.
Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastian Desabre addressed the media and named the 23 man squad that will be used for the two international warm up matches coming up between 27th May to 3rd June 2018.
‘The main objective of this training camp is to have the players gel together in preparation for the four AFCON 2019 qualification matches between September and November 2018.’ Desabre noted.
Among the 23 summoned players for the two matches is Danish based winger Moses “Mo” Opondo who features at Vendsyssel Football Club.
Three years ago, Opondo paid a courtesy visit to relatives back home and held bilateral talks with the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) President, Eng. Moses Magogo.
Uganda Cranes head coach Sebastien Desabre
The summoned players are expected to depart the country on the 26th May 2018.
Meanwhile, the FUFA Communications manager Ahmed Hussein informed the media about the latest updates concerning the Uganda U-20 national team (The Hippos) ahead of the return leg for the CAF U-20 qualifiers.
The team of 18 players and 6 officials will depart the country on Thursday early morning for Cameroon.
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Football Club registered a 2-0 home win against Egyptian side Al Ahly Sporting Club at the Nelson Mandela National Stadium, Namboole on Tuesday.
This was during the second group A of the CAF Champions League for the two respective clubs.
Midfielder Ibrahim Sadam Juma scored the opening goal after 73 minutes, with a stunning long range shot from about 25 yards after being assisted by Uganda Hippos’ player Allan Okello.
KCCA players celebrate one of their two goals at Mandela National Stadium on Tuesday
KCCA captain Timothy Denis Awany scored a late kick from the penalty spot to seal the victory.
The home team goalkeeper Charles Lukwago was on the top of his game with pin point one against one saves and a penalty save from forward Walid Said Ebeib after 24 minutes.
The FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo, KCCA Executive Director Jenifer Musisi were some of the high profile guests at the match watched by a fair crowd.
FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo (left), KCCA Executive Director Jenifer Musisi celebrate the KCCA FC victory against Al Ahly Sporting Club
KCCA, who started with a dismissal 1-0 loss away to Township Rollers is now second in group A.
Tunisian club, Esperance overcame Township Rollers 4-1 in Tunis during the other group A match as they now lead the four team table standings with 4 points from two games.
Three of the KCCA players who played full time (Julius Poloto, Allan Okello and Mustafa Kizza) straight away joined the Uganda national U-20 team (The Hippos) camp at the African Bible University in preparation for the CAF U-20 second round return leg away to Cameroon.
KCCA FC is second with three points, same as Township Rollers who have conceded many goals.
Al Ahly Sporting Club is fourth in the group with just a single point earned from the goal-less home draw against Esperance on match day one.
The next round of games (match day three) will come in July 2018.
Team Line Ups:
KCCA XI:
Charles Lukwago (G.K), Denis Okot Oola, Mustafa Kizza, Habib Kavuma, Timothy Denis Awany (Captain), Isaac Kirabira (70’ Derrick Paul Nsibambi), Allan Okello, Ibrahim Saddam Juma, Jackson Nunda (47’ Lawrence Bukenya), Muhammed Shaban (85’ Paul Mucureezi), Julius Poloto
Subs Not Used:
Tom Ikara (G.K), Paul Mucureezi, Paul Musamali, Fillbert Obenchan, Solomon Okwalinga
Al Ahly Sporting Club XI:
Mohamed El Shenawy (G.K), Mohamed Eldmerdash, Abdelmontelb, Samir Saad Ali, Naguib El Gharel Mohammed, Elsoulia, Hussein, Walid Said Ebeid (66’ Ahmed Hussein Ahmed Hafez), Tharwat, Mahlambi, Hossam Alhour (Captain, 75’ Islam Mohareb)
Subs:
Sherif Ekramy Ahmed (G.K), Ahmed Fathi Abd El Monem , Basem Abdelnabi, Salah Mohsen, Mohamed Shalabi
Match Officials:
Center Referee: Victor Miguel De Freitas Gomes (South Africa)
1st Assistant Referee: Zakhele Thusi Siwela (South Africa)
2nd Assistant Referee: Johannes Sello Moshidi (South Africa)
Fourth Official: Victor Tinyiko Hlungwani (South Africa)
Commissioner: Kidane Melles Terfe (Eritrea)
General Coordinator: Alexander Sakyi Asante (Ghana)
Ndejje University Football Club has booked a berth to play in the Uganda Premier League starting with the 2018/19 season on sporting merit.
This was after drawing with Kamuli Park in a goal-less Elgon group duel played at the Kamuli Municipal Stadium on Sunday evening.
The draw took the Luweero based club to 40 points, one ahead of second placed Paidha Black Angels who ended the regular season on a dull note losing 1-0 away to Jinja Municipal Council Hippos at the Kakindu Stadium in Jinja.
Ndejje University now joins Rwenzori group winners, Nyamityobora who were declared weeks ago.
Nyamityobora ended the regular season with maximum points at home in Mbarara after a 2-0 win against visiting Water with team captain Douglas Muganga and Brian Muluri on the mark for Nyamityobora, a club coached by Uganda U-20 assistant coach James Odoch.
The promoted clubs will have to undergo the necessary club licensing procedure before they are fully admitted as full members among the 16 Uganda Premier League clubs.
The third club will be promoted via the play offs which will be held soon on the dates confirmed by the FUFA Competitions department headed by Hajjati Aisha Nalule.
The clubs that have qualified for the play offs include Kitara FC, Kabale Sharp (Rwenzori) as well as Paidha Black Angels and Kyetume (Elgon).
2017/18 FUFA Big League Final Regular season matches
Elgon Group:
Kamuli Park 0-1 Ndejje University
Jinja Municipal Council (JMC) Hippos 1-0 Paidha Black Angels
Amuka Bright Stars 1-2 Kyetume
Rwenzori Group:
Kansai Plascon 2-1 Bumate
Synergy 2-3 Kitara
Kabale Sharp Vs Simba (Simba failed to travel to Kabale for the match)
Uganda National U-20 team, the Hippos overcame Cameroon in the opening leg of the first leg of the Total CAF U-20 qualifier played at the Star Times Stadium, Lugogo in Kampala on Saturday.
Vipers Sports Club forward Steven Mukwala scored the decisive goal of the day.
Mukwala scored in the 44th minute of the game after an assist by left back Robert Kitabalwa.
The goal margin would have widened had Mukwala, Allan Okello and defender Geofrey Wasswa converted their respective chances created.
Ibrahim Abba closes down Allan Okello during the gameCameroon goalkeeper Christopher Atangana Assimba reacts faster to foil a Uganda Hippos attack
Uganda’s Abubaker Kasule and Kitabalwa were cautioned by Kenyan referee Peter Waweru.
The match was also watched by the FUFA President, Eng. Moses Magogo, members of the Executive Committee, delegates, FUFA staff and a size number of fans.
The return leg will be played this coming weekend in Yaoundé.
Team Line Ups:
Uganda Hippos XI:
Saidi Keni (GK), Paul Willa, Robert Kitabalwa, Mustafa Mujuzi, Geofrey Wasswa, Abubaker Kasule, Julius Poloto (Captain), Ivan Eyam, Steven Mukwala, Frank Tumwesigye, Allan Okello
Subs:
Denis Otim (G.K), Fred Okot, Bashir Asiku, Faisal Ssekyanzi, Raymond Onyai, Herbert Achai, Hamisi Tibita
Cameroon XI:
Christopher Atangana Assimba (G.K), Ignatius Kpene Ganago, Karl Ndendi Kegne, Sob Franck Fomeyem, Felix Kamdem Arnold, Ibrahim Abba, Noise Sakava Sangaola, Sali Boubakary, Martin Ako Assomo
Subs:
Nathan Yontsi Iyenngue (G.K), Grace Abel Makani, Hassana Abbo Mamoudou, Enow Takane Boris, Steve Bonny Elame, Landry Abessolo, Taddeus Nkeng
At the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Emergency Executive Committee sitting on Friday 11th May 2018, it was resolved that a special Commission of Inquiry into match officiation be set up with immediate effect.
This arises from the information received of consistent allegations from a spectrum of stakeholders regarding the FUFA Competitions match officiation in general.
The Press conference was addressed by FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo
‘The commission’s scope shall be specifically limited to Uganda Premier League, FUFA Big League, Uganda Cup, The FUFA Drum, FUFA Juniors League, FUFA Women Elite league and the FUFA Women’s Cup’ said the FUFA President who addressed the press conference.
The Committee will convene at Ivy’s Hotel Rubaga in Kampala and is expected to conclude its work within one month.
FUFA President added;
‘During this time the Commission will be receiving information/materials from the public that will help in the inquiry. Anybody with Information/materials that shall be found credible and used to the logical conclusion shall receive a Cash reward of UGX 1,000,000= (One million shillings)’
L-R: Ahmed Hussein, FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo, FUFA 2nd VP Darius Mugoye and Executive Committee Member Hamid Juma during the special press conference on Friday at FUFA House
L-R: Rogers Byamukama, Isa Magoola and FUFA Deputy CEO Humphrey Mandu attended the Press conference
The Commission may invite/summon any person/s who it deems to be important to the inquiry findings. And whoever is invited/ summoned MUST comply without fail. Failure to comply might invoke sanction if he/she is a football stakeholder.
The findings from this inquiry shall be submitted to the FUFA Judicial bodies for appropriate action.
The Federation appeals to the football stakeholders and the general public to cooperate with the Commission as we work towards improving our game.
The Commission of inquiry shall comprise of 5 people:
1. Hon. Kidega Dan – Chairman
2. Mr. Zirabamuzale B. Muzafaru – Vice Chairman
3. Mr. Mutenyo Keneddy – Member
4. Ms. Nakamya Annet – Member
5. Hon. Kasibante Moses – Member
Some of the members of the media who attended the special urgent press conference on Friday
Holders Olila Women will battle it out with Bugiri Town View in the quarter finals of the second edition of the FUFA Women’s cup after a draw conducted this morning pitted the two sides together.
Bugiri is the only non FUFA Women Elite League (FWEL) side left in the competition and will be attempting to halt Olila’s quest to make it two trophies in two years.
One of the leading sports journalists covering women football Betty Miiro picked She Corportes from the pot.
The emerging Soroti powerhouse have also made it to the FWEL play-offs round for the second consecutive year and will face off Gafford Ladies the very side they overcame 3-2 on penalties after a one-all draw to win the inaugural edition of the FUFA Women’s cup in the final played in Busia in June 2017.
In another interesting fixture FWEL defending champions Kawempe Muslim will take on She Corporates in a mouth-watering fixture that will be a repeat of the FWEL play-offs second edition finals.
FUFA Woman player of the year 2017 Hasifa Nassuuna’s UCU Lady Cardinals will play host to Western United whereas Lubaga division neighbours Muteesa I Royal University and Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga will also faceoff in the fourth fixture of the round.
According to the FUFA Women’s Cup Competition rules 2018, in case of a tie after the stipulated time kicks from the penalty mark will be used to determine the winner who progresses to the semi-finals.
Relatedly after confirmation by the FUFA Executive committee that 4 teams will be relegated from the FUFA Women Elite League this season and 4 promoted from the 8 regions, draws for the playoffs were conducted and teams/regions paired to play on home and away basis on the dates to be confirmed by the FUFA Competitions Department and Committee.
To be played on 23rd, 27th, 30th and 31st May, 2018
The Semifinals draw for the Stanbic Uganda cup has been conducted. The Stanbic Uganda cup Cup holders KCCA FC have been drawn to face FUFA Big League side Synergy FC in the last four-stage while Sc Villa are up against Vipers SC.
The draw was conducted by football legends Charles Baker Matisko and Bernabas Mwesiga at FUFA House in Mengo.
Football legend Bernabas Mwesiga played for Nsambya FC and Uganda Cranes. He picked Vipers SC from the pot.
Masiko lifted the Uganda cup with KCCA FC in 1984, 1987 and 1990 while Mwesiga was a winner with Nsambya in 1978.
L-R Eddie Butindo, Bernabas Mwesiga, Mike Mutebi, Wasswa Bossa and Charles Baker Masiko after the drawHead coach KCCA FC Mike Mutebi promised to put up another spirited show in the STanbic Uganda cup. KCCA FC play away first to Synergy in Masaka.
All clubs were represented at the draw except for Synergy FC. Vipers SC had Technical Director Eddie Butindo, Head coach Mike Mutebi and CEO Josephine Namukisa (KCCA FC), Head coach Wasswa Bossa and CEO Valley Mugwanya.
Wasswa Bossa talking to the media shortly after the draw.
‘I love this competition. It rekindles a lot of my memories. I won the Uganda cup in 1978 when we had just returned from the Africa Cup of Nations. I recall vividly of how we beat UCB FC 1-0 to win the cup. Thank you FUFA for giving us such opportunities to be part of the game’ said Mwesiga.
Eddie Butindo attended the draw as he represented Vipers SC.
Masiko was equally impressed by the organizational set up at FUFA for this competition.
FUFA Competitions Chairman Hamid Juma at the draw
‘The three cups I won with KCCA FC were memorable. I will always keep them in my memories. My cub can still do a double this year and they are creating good competition. However I’m happy that the game is growing so fast’ noted Masiko-KCCA FC’s life Captain.
The FUFA Competitions was represented by Hamid Juma (Chairman FUFA Competitions Committee) and Hajjati Aisha Nalule (FUFA Competitions Director).
Hajjati Aisha Nalule briefed the media about the rules and regulations of the Semifinals stage
The matches will be played on a home and away basis on the following dates 23rd, 27th, 30th and 31st May, 2018.
What the coaches said after the draw:
Mike Mutebi-KCCA FC
The Sc Villa-Vipers rivalry is good for the game. The fans will enjoy the match. We are happy with the draw against Synergy but it will be an interesting fixture. They play in the FUFA Big League but have good players. It was good to bring the legends to be part of this exercise. These are some of the things FUFA is undertaking in professionalizing the game.
Eddie Butindo-Technical Director Vipers SS
The grand finale of the season will be interesting in both the league and Stanbic Uganda cup. The three teams still in contention for the Azam Uganda Premier League are also in the cup. We shall play to our ability to get the best results. The teams have raised their levels and competition is becoming stiffer and stiffer.
Wasswa Bossa-Sc Villa Jogoo Head coach
We look forward to playing this final. My dream is to beat Vipers and make the final. We are determined to feature in the last stage of the Stanbic Uganda cup.
MAIN PHOTO: KCCA FC life captain Charles Baker Masiko picked Sc Villa Jogoo from the pot.
Life has dreams. Humanity calls for hard work that leads to success. For Crested Cranes, winning the regional crown will be the main motivation when they plot for the rest of the teams in the Championship that gets underway this weekend in the Rwandan capital, Kigali.
Farida Bulega’s charges reported in camp on Monday morning at African Bible University in Lubowa for further fine tuning in a more concentrated and relaxed environment.
Team skipper Hasifah Nassuuna with the ball being checked by Nabumba Phionah
‘We reported to camp today to prepare for the Regional tournament. The calm environment will help the players focus only on football and rectify on areas still with concerns’ said Bulega.
India based Fazilah Ikwaput was on fire during training.
The Crested Cranes will resume training tomorrow morning at 9 O’clock then play a build-up match in the evening all in Lubowa.
Smiles in camp during the break for Crested Cranes players on Monday at LubowaTime for drillsBridget Nabisalu (l) and Ikwaput tussling for the ball during training.Hasifah Nassuuna with her trademark smile during training. She will lead the Crested Cranes in Rwanda. She top scored with 6 goals in the last CECAFA Women Championship.The Ladies are enjoying every moment in training. L-R Nassuuna, Ritah Nabossa and Winnie Babirye
Players in camp
Goalkeepers: Nakaziro Daisy (Muteesa I Royal University, Nakiguba Cissy (Kampala Queens), Ruth Aturo (UCU Lady Cardinals)
Outfield players: Namuddu Viola (She Mak),Nabisaalu Bridget ((Ajax Queens), Rita Nabossa (Gokelum Kelara-India), Phiona Nabbumba (Ajax Queens), Tracy Akiror Jones (Kawempe Muslim), Winnie Babirye (Kampala Queens), Mutuzo Lilian (Taggy High School) ,Shakira Mutiibwa (Gafford Ladies), Sheebah Zalwango (Gafford Ladies), Hasifah Nassuuna (UCU Lady Cardinals), Fazilah Ikwaput (Gokelum Kelara-India), Favour Nambatya,(Muteesa I Royal University), Namwase Monica(Gafford Ladies), Nakitto Gladys (Kampala Queens), Spencer Nakachwa(Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga), Shadia Nakya (Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga), Jean Sseninde (Crystal Palace Ladies), Mwajuma Namukwase ( Isra Academy) and Laki Otandeka (Match Fit Chelsea -USA), Naluyimba Esther (Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga), Margaret Birabwa (Mutesa I Royal Univeristy), Joyce Nakakooza (Kampala Queens)
Head Coach- Faridah Bulega
Asst Coach-Edward Kaziba
Goalkeeping Coach- James Magala
Fitness trainer- Oliver Mbekeka
Media Officer-Hamza Nsereko Afriqana
Team Doctor -Mable Katabalindwa
Kits manager –Daisy Nalwadda
MAIN PHOTO: Stylish midfielder Tracy Jones Akiror with the ball during training. Akiror is in great form ahead of the CECAFA Championship.
